Chinese horoscopes are derived from a complex astrological system, combining ten heavenly stems with twelve earthly branches. The stems are represented by the Yin and Yang forms of five elements; the branches are described by animals.Hiakz: Ten Heavenly Stems The combination of the five elements with twelve animals creates a sixty-year cycle.
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Not followed strictly by most ChineseChinese Culture Center: Chinese Zodiac
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Sixty-year cycle begins with 'wood rat'
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Sixty-year cycle ends with 'water pig'
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12 zodiac animals based on 12 year orbit of JupiterUniversity of Oklahoma: Chinese Astrology
